Electrical Engineer (Signal and Power Integrity)

Post Date

Jun 18, 2025

Location

San Jose,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

95134
US
Aug 17, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

AXS-789528

Pay Rate

$160k - $180k (estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer to perform a broad range of complex engineering functions related to the design, testing, and evaluation of electrical, optical, and thermal systems for semiconductor testing. This includes systems with semiconductors, photonics, and embedded devices. As an SI and PI Engineering Lead on the Research & Venture Team you will work collaboratively with other Advantest technology groups, Business Units, partners, and suppliers to develop and integrate advanced electrical, optical and mechanical technologies into Advantest's automated test systems.
Your responsibilities will include conducting feasibility studies, developing engineering prototypes and testing new and modified designs. You will be assigned independent electrical and system design projects, allowing for innovation and technical leadership. You will be involved in product development teams, providing direction and training to junior staff and contractors. Additionally, you may address field issues and provide guidance to field teams.

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Required Skills & Experience

BS in Electrical Engineering; MS in Electrical Engineering preferred.
BS + 10 years min or MS + 7 years min
Expert level knowledge of
High speed signal and Power integrity requirements and design at PCB, Package and system level.
High speed channel simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS, CST
S-parameter modeling and simulations
High speed SERDES (Tx and Rx equalization)
High speed data communications (eye diagrams, BER testing)
High speed serial protocols (such as PCIe,) and verification testing
PDN/Power Integrity (AC and DC) Design and Analysis at PCB and package level for high performance compute, AI and Graphics devices (featuring high power consumption and pin count).
Experienced with use of relevant lab instruments (high speed oscilloscopes, VNA, TDR, spectrum analyzer, Protocol Analyzers.
Practical knowledge of PCB construction, properties, and effect of PCB materials on signal quality.
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (HW, ASIC, SW and Mechanical design engineers)
Strong analysis and synthesis capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, alongside strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.
Competent in multitasking, prioritizing, and managing time effectively.
Ability to travel as required.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

MS in Electrical Engineering.
Experience with photonics and optical signaling
Experience with designing, certifying, and deploying semiconductor capital equipment.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams building complex test systems.
Intermediate software skills, including experiment instrumentation and execution (meters, power supplies).
Ability to read, write, and speak Japanese.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.